Hometown Stories

Season 12 Episode 8: Modern Methods Sustain Metalwork Tradition

A workshop in Iwate Prefecture has been making traditional Nambu ironware kettles for decades. After taking over the business from his master-craftsman father, Tayama Takahiro decided to rethink the work environment. To attract younger applicants, he replaced grueling schedules and long apprenticeships with 5-day workweeks and paid time off. And he designed a simple kettle that can be produced by less-experienced artisans. But there are bumps along the way and Takahiro must learn to adapt.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

15

Episodes:

300

Quality:

HD

Status:

Returning Series

First Air:

2011

IMDb:

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